The Curse
“It took seed...now it needs to feed.”
Synopsis
Nathan Hayes is a religious man trying to hold onto his farm and keep his family in line. A real estate developer is trying to buy most of the farm property in the area, including Mr. Hayes’ family farm, in the hope that the Tennesse Valley Authority will choose the town for the site of a new dam and recreational area. The night of a terrible storm, an unidentified, glowing object crashes on the Hayes farm and with it comes a horrible curse for the family and other members of the community.
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The Curse (1987) - Official Trailer (HD)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 11, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1988
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Keith
- Screenplay & Story
- David Chaskin
- Original Score
- Franco Micalizzi
- Original Title
- The Curse
- Country of Origin
- Italy, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Trans World Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Keith
David Chaskin, H.P. Lovecraft
Franco Micalizzi
Roberto Forges Davanzati
Moshe Diamant, Ovidio G. Assonitis
Department Leadership Roster
Ovidio G. Assonitis
Producer
David Keith
Director
David Chaskin
Screenplay
Franco Micalizzi
Original Music Composer
Roberto Forges Davanzati
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Curse
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What is The Curse about?
Nathan Hayes is a religious man trying to hold onto his farm and keep his family in line. A real estate developer is trying to buy most of the farm property in the area, including Mr. Hayes’ family farm, in the hope that the Tennesse Valley Authority will choose the town for the site of a new dam and recreational area. The night of a terrible storm, an unidentified, glowing object crashes on the Hayes farm and with it comes a horrible curse for the family and other members of the community.
Who directed The Curse?
The Curse was directed by David Keith.
Who stars in The Curse?
The principal cast of The Curse includes Wil Wheaton, Claude Akins, Malcolm Danare, Cooper Huckabee, John Schneider.
When was The Curse released and how long is it?
The Curse was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Curse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Curse was composed by Franco Micalizzi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Curse?
The Curse holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).